Opuntia engelmannii var. flavescens

Opuntia engelmannii var. flavescens, also known as the Golden Pincushion Prickly Pear, is a variety of the Opuntia engelmannii cactus, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

This plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine due to its medicinal properties, which include anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antioxidant effects.

The health benefits of Opuntia engelmannii var. flavescens include reducing inflammation, improving wound healing, and supporting cardiovascular health.

Herbal preparations of this plant can be made into salves, creams, and infusions, and are often used topically to treat skin conditions such as eczema and acne.